Chime
Chime Group, commonly referred to as Chime, is a prominent player in the financial technology sector, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2014, the company has rapidly established itself as a leader in providing innovative banking solutions, primarily focusing on digital banking and payment services. Chime's core offerings include a no-fee banking platform, savings accounts, and budgeting tools, all designed to enhance financial wellness for its users. What sets Chime apart is its commitment to transparency and user-friendly technology, making banking accessible to a broader audience. With a strong presence in the UK and expanding operations across Europe, Chime has garnered significant recognition for its customer-centric approach and has achieved notable milestones in user growth and service expansion, solidifying its position in the competitive fintech landscape.
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Chime's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Chime reported total carbon emissions of approximately 527,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 76,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 189,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, primarily from business travel, amounting to approximately 1,775,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, Chime's total emissions were about 534,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of approximately 177,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 337,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were notably high, reaching about 2,140,000 kg CO2e, primarily driven by business travel. Comparatively, in 2021, Chime's total emissions were approximately 2,742,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 165,800 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 408,700 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 377,000 kg CO2e. Chime has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 49,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 387,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 20,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Chime is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
